Robert Patrick Wade Robert Patrick Wade, age 72, of The Villages, Fla., passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. He was surrounded by his devoted family. Survivors include his loving wife of 48-plus years, Carol; son, Robert (Nancy) Wade; and daughter, Christine Borgman (Joe). He is also survived by his siblings, Richard (Mary), James (Joann), Stephen (Kathy), Patrick (Cindy) and Nancy Cothern (Jimmy); sister-in-law, Nancy Heilmann; and brother-in-law, David (Mary) Butters. In addition, he is survived by his six treasured grandsons, Nicklas, Hudson, Anderson and Nathan Wade and Andrew and Patrick Borgman; and many dear nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joan and Robert Alexander Wade. A gathering will be held on Tuesday, November 26, from 10 to11 a.m. with a celebration of life service to follow at 11 a.m. at Hiers-Baxley, 3975 Wedgewood Lane, in The Villages. A committal service with military honors will be held the following day, Wednesday, November 27, at 11 a.m. at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, Fla. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Bob's memory to the Wounded Warrior Project or the Prostate Cancer Foundation. To share your sentiments online, please visit www.hiers-baxley.com.
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My condolences to Bob's family. I remember Bob at my grandparents, his Uncle Bill and Aunt Francis, playing cards with us after his return from the military in the early 70s. A really good guy.
Bill Wade
November 21, 2019
So sorry to hear of Bob's passing.I remember him as one of the best basketball player's in high school. May God Bless and watch over you all.
Mickey Barnes
November 20, 2019
Our condolences to the entire Wade family for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Jan Schafer
November 17, 2019
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